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The next time you plan to go to Mansfield, Ohio, make sure to visit the Kingwood Center. It is a historic 47-acre (19-hectare) estate dotted with gardens and greenhouses that were designed by architecture company Pitkin and Mott in 1926 for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kelley King. It opened as a public garden in 1953. An interesting thing about the gardens is that they were built around Mr. King’s...

History Built in 1926 for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kelley King, the 47-acre estate opened as a public garden in 1953, one year after Mr. King's death. Mr. King, who was married and divorced twice, never had children. He left most of his estate to the private foundation that continues to operate Kingwood Center today. Mr. King made his fortune in Mansfield, Ohio working with the Ohio Brass Company....

Lovely grounds to stroll and just enjoy nature. Kids and adults of all ages will enjoy themselves. Wish the house and buildings had more tour options. No food available for purchase, … Lovely grounds to stroll and just enjoy nature. Kids and adults of all ages will enjoy themselves. Wish the house and buildings had more tour options. No food available for purchase, so don't cone hungry.